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endothermic, endothermal (of a chemical reaction or compound) occurring or formed with the absorption of heat endothermic [‚en·də′thər·mik] (nuclear physics) Petaining to a nuclear or particle reaction in which some of the kinetic energy of the initial particles is converted to mass energy. (physical chemistry) Pertaining to a chemical reaction which absorbs heat. Also known as endoergic. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Failure to consider material formulation (resin, filler level, and filler type--whether heat-absorbing or heat-conducting) can also cause problems. Showing the X-15 in the heat-absorbing white coating it wore for Knight's speed record - rather than the more familiar black paint job of earlier flights - the tapestry took him six weeks to complete. Higher urban temperatures derive from mile after mile of concrete and other heat-absorbing materials; in contrast, the plants on green roofs cool the air and reduce ozone formation. |
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